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Post by buffalobill on Nov 29, 2023 18:50:21 GMT
Anyway back to the subject. Both goals from set pieces, so DM will be pleased Happe brought about the own goal, but disappointed that we didn’t close down their scorer. Noticed RW mentioned the need to practice technique for set pieces and the desire needed to win contests in the opposition box. As he says though, we ain’t the biggest side in terms of an aerial threat. Drinan is 6.0. Turns 6.1. Happe 6.6. (Maybe the tallest player on the Field ) Archibald 6.1. El Miz is 6.0. The player mentioned as not there and the reason why we went short, Pigott, 6.0. Don't see height as being that poor to be honest. Though if Theo is taking the corners then exclude him. Down to ability and us not really having a strong ariel threat at the club. Been that way for a long time. Dan Agyie at 6.0 has the height and hopefully the ability. An why are we talking about the need to practice technique this far into the season. Delivery has been an issue from day 1. We have a set play coach. Have we not been practicing since the start of the season? Ask Richie 🤷♂️ |
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Post by watfordo on Nov 29, 2023 18:55:43 GMT
Anyway back to the subject. Both goals from set pieces, so DM will be pleased Happe brought about the own goal, but disappointed that we didn’t close down their scorer. Noticed RW mentioned the need to practice technique for set pieces and the desire needed to win contests in the opposition box. As he says though, we ain’t the biggest side in terms of an aerial threat. Drinan is 6.0. Turns 6.1. Happe 6.6. (Maybe the tallest player on the Field ) Archibald 6.1. El Miz is 6.0. The player mentioned as not there and the reason why we went short, Pigott, 6.0. Don't see height as being that poor to be honest. Though if Theo is taking the corners then exclude him. Down to ability and us not really having a strong ariel threat at the club. Been that way for a long time. Dan Agyie at 6.0 has the height and hopefully the ability. An why are we talking about the need to practice technique this far into the season. Delivery has been an issue from day 1. We have a set play coach. Have we not been practicing since the start of the season? Yes but we need to improve so we have taken on a coach to specialise in that area. Some may moan (heaven forbid), but its what the top clubs do. Lets see if this appointment bears fruit, accepting that is may not be instant fruit ripe for the plucking. |
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Post by redintheface on Nov 30, 2023 15:32:05 GMT
Drinan is 6.0. Turns 6.1. Happe 6.6. (Maybe the tallest player on the Field ) Archibald 6.1. El Miz is 6.0. The player mentioned as not there and the reason why we went short, Pigott, 6.0. Don't see height as being that poor to be honest. Though if Theo is taking the corners then exclude him. Down to ability and us not really having a strong ariel threat at the club. Been that way for a long time. Dan Agyie at 6.0 has the height and hopefully the ability. An why are we talking about the need to practice technique this far into the season. Delivery has been an issue from day 1. We have a set play coach. Have we not been practicing since the start of the season? Yes but we need to improve so we have taken on a coach to specialise in that area. Some may moan (heaven forbid), but it’s what the top clubs do. Let’s see if this appointment bears fruit, accepting that is may not be instant fruit ripe for the plucking. In fairness, most of the moaning seems to be on the “ other “ board - two full pages of it since yesterday afternoon alone!😇 |
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Post by watfordo on Nov 30, 2023 16:25:14 GMT
Yes but we need to improve so we have taken on a coach to specialise in that area. Some may moan (heaven forbid), but it’s what the top clubs do. Let’s see if this appointment bears fruit, accepting that is may not be instant fruit ripe for the plucking. In fairness, most of the moaning seems to be on the “ other “ board - two full pages of it since yesterday afternoon alone!😇 I never venture there! |
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Post by dohnut on Nov 30, 2023 17:48:12 GMT
Yes but we need to improve so we have taken on a coach to specialise in that area. Some may moan (heaven forbid), but it’s what the top clubs do. Let’s see if this appointment bears fruit, accepting that is may not be instant fruit ripe for the plucking. In fairness, most of the moaning seems to be on the “ other “ board - two full pages of it since yesterday afternoon alone!😇 There is an expectation to see signs of improvement and whilst patience is needed some movement is a positive sign. With little obvious offensively and recent goals conceded it’s not surprising questions arise. After all how much patience did the club show Fletcher. 28 days. Thats football. Quick reversal of appointments is not uncommon. But discussion not moaning. |
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Post by Thor on Jan 13, 2024 17:28:27 GMT
Is it any coincidence that our upturn in form comes after McMahon left the club? I didn't think he was the right fit from the get go, the manager didn't want him here that was clear from his first interview. And we score from corners now!!
The whole club seems more connected now.
Onwards and upwards!
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Post by watfordo on Jan 13, 2024 18:39:36 GMT
FFS can we not enjoy a great result without being negative???
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Post by mayland0s on Jan 13, 2024 19:03:04 GMT
FFS can we not enjoy a great result without being negative??? Couldn’t agree more ,also a lot of presumptions in that post . |
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Post by ostralia on Jan 14, 2024 4:53:48 GMT
These things usually tend to have multiple causes, but to my mind, the most obvious explanation for our recent up turn in form is the return to fitness of Dan Agyei.
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Post by oreo on Jan 14, 2024 6:58:25 GMT
These things usually tend to have multiple causes, but to my mind, the most obvious explanation for our recent up turn in form is the return to fitness of Dan Agyei. Dan's a threat. Strong, skillful and quick. Defenders double up on him. They didn't at the off at Cambridge but they soon did. We've certainly missed him the first half of the season. Just imagine if we had our whole squad fit the entire season, I feel we'd do great. There's still the possibility of achieving something this second half. |
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Post by ostralia on Jan 14, 2024 7:54:44 GMT
These things usually tend to have multiple causes, but to my mind, the most obvious explanation for our recent up turn in form is the return to fitness of Dan Agyei. Dan's a threat. Strong, skillful and quick. Defenders double up on him. They didn't at the off at Cambridge but they soon did. We've certainly missed him the first half of the season. Just imagine if we had our whole squad fit the entire season, I feel we'd do great. There's still the possibility of achieving something this second half. A front three of Jordan Graham, Dan Agyei and Theo Archibald. With Sotiriou and Forde to come off the bench when they get tired. That’s a forward line that could take us somewhere. |
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Post by Fisch on Jan 14, 2024 8:02:30 GMT
These things usually tend to have multiple causes, but to my mind, the most obvious explanation for our recent up turn in form is the return to fitness of Dan Agyei. This. Dan has made us a threat and opposing teams know it. Graham was also a danger albeit in a different way. When we had neither, we were mostly toothless so opponents were able to attack in numbers, secure in the belief that we couldn't hurt them. They were right too. Assuming Graham was fully match fit and was available now, would he get in the starting eleven? If so, in whose place? |
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Post by Thor on Jan 14, 2024 13:05:11 GMT
The way he was playing he would not have been dropped. We've kind of stumbled upon this shape to the front three, earlier in the season Forde was shocking, now he is growing and deserves his place on merit. Don't forget Dan A is stil not fit nor match fit as don't forget he never had a preseason which is so vital to a player.
I'm liking what I see and with an incoming wide player to supplement us it can only get better.
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Post by redshank on Jan 15, 2024 11:07:06 GMT
Dan's a threat. Strong, skillful and quick. Defenders double up on him. They didn't at the off at Cambridge but they soon did. We've certainly missed him the first half of the season. Just imagine if we had our whole squad fit the entire season, I feel we'd do great. There's still the possibility of achieving something this second half. A front three of Jordan Graham, Dan Agyei and Theo Archibald. With Sotiriou and Forde to come off the bench when they get tired. That’s a forward line that could take us somewhere. Good comment,great when the manager has a choice of excellent players. |
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Post by buffalobill on Jan 15, 2024 11:38:47 GMT
These things usually tend to have multiple causes, but to my mind, the most obvious explanation for our recent up turn in form is the return to fitness of Dan Agyei. Totally agree it’s multiple causes. Better delivery from Theo (sorry TJ), and Beccles back and causing a nuisance in the opposition box. His value should not be understated, frees up space for others (Happe and Agyei) and the aggressive way he attacks the ball is brilliant. |
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Post by dohnut on Jan 15, 2024 15:19:58 GMT
Dan's a threat. Strong, skillful and quick. Defenders double up on him. They didn't at the off at Cambridge but they soon did. We've certainly missed him the first half of the season. Just imagine if we had our whole squad fit the entire season, I feel we'd do great. There's still the possibility of achieving something this second half. A front three of Jordan Graham, Dan Agyei and Theo Archibald. With Sotiriou and Forde to come off the bench when they get tired. That’s a forward line that could take us somewhere. And Pigott. |
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